Freedom of Expression
freedom of speech Speech that is offensive to a group of people, but not directly targeted at any specific person, is generally protected Even if that speech makes non- Message on World Press Freedom Day, 2010 Freedom of expression is a fundamental human right, enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human
It allows an individual to express themselves through publication and dissemination It is part of the constitutional protection of freedom of expression It The right to freedom of opinion is the right to hold opinions without interference, and cannot be subject to any exception or restriction The right to freedom
Debates over free speech are a near-constant feature of human history They form a key part of the religion and politics of England in the 17th century The right to freedom of opinion is the right to hold opinions without interference, and cannot be subject to any exception or restriction The right to freedom